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Has your ride become rough, or have the engine, gearbox, and brakes become less responsive? Without regular preventative maintenance, any vehicle will gradually deteriorate. You'll avoid this and keep your car or truck performing smoothly and reliably with the following Chevy maintenance schedule at our dealership. Brake Inspections Your brakes need to be inspected every six months or so. Brake pads and rotors must be replaced when they wear thin. During an inspection, our technicians can also check the brake fluid and lines, flushing old fluid or repairing damaged lines when required. more Motor Oil Changes Your engine will last longer with routine oil changes, which need to be carried out twice a year for most drivers. Oil service typically includes replacing the oil filter. It's wise to keep a close eye on your oil and refresh it as soon as you notice signs of degradation. Wheel Alignments You'll keep your Chevy's wheels straight and steering precise with a wheel alignment every six months. If you regularly drive off-road, you may need more frequent alignments than this. Tire Rotations As all car tires tend to wear unevenly, it's essential to schedule regular tire rotations. If you have your tires swapped around twice a year, they'll last longer and continue to grip the road firmly. Paintwork Waxing You'll keep your Chevy's gleaming exterior in great shape by waxing it twice each year. High-quality wax protects against corrosion and damage from the UV rays in sunlight. Battery Tests Your car battery should be tested twice a year and replaced as soon as it starts to weaken. Once a car passes three years of age, it's advisable to have it tested twice as often. Engine Tune Ups Your engine's spark plugs and ignition coils will need to be replaced periodically. Also, your fuel injectors require routine cleaning. A yearly tune-up of the engine and fuel system gives our technicians a chance to maintain these parts while optimizing the engine's performance and fixing small faults early on. Cooling System Inspection Also, once a year, have your car's cooling system thoroughly examined. We can pressure-test the radiator and check the coolant, which will need to be flushed every two or three years. Transmission Checks Healthy transmission fluid is vital for a smooth-shifting gearbox. Keep a close eye on this fluid and have your transmission inspected once a year as well. Suspension Inspections It's also a good idea to have your entire suspension system inspected once a year. The earlier you catch small signs of wear in the shocks, struts, bushings, control arms, and ball joints, the easier they'll be to repair and the smoother your car will drive. Schedule routine maintenance for your Chevy today at Coughlin Chevrolet of Pataskala in Pataskala, OH. We work hard to ensure our customers' cars, SUVs, or trucks stay safe and steady on the road.

If left unprotected, your engine can grow hotter than a frying pan within a few minutes, suffering catastrophic damage. Your coolant and entire cooling system are the engine's core defense against overheating. Here are some key guidelines for Chevy cooling system maintenance to keep your engine running smoothly and efficiently for the long run. Use the Correct Coolant for Your Car The optimal coolant varies from car to car. Check your owner's manual for guidance on the right coolant for your model. Given its essential role in engine maintenance, the highest-quality coolant should always be used to avoid costly repair work down the road. more Check Your Coolant Monthly Coolant is quite a durable fluid, but as with motor oil and other vehicle fluids, you should keep a watchful eye on its level and condition. You can do this easily by checking the transparent coolant reservoir. If its level is ever low, top it up and ask a technician to check for leaks. And if your coolant is turning a buddy brown color, your radiator could have internal rust and you'll need to have it flushed. Flush Your Coolant Every Two Years Coolant tends to last 30,000 miles in good condition, which is about two years of driving for most. You can schedule routine flushes with us to ensure you remember to have it changed at this two-year mark. Have the System Pressure Tested Yearly It's also advisable to have your entire cooling system professionally inspected once a year. This includes pressure testing the radiator and hoses for potential leaks. This process doesn't take long and could save your car from a discretely developing problem. Keep an Eye Out for Signs of Trouble You'll also need to know the signs of a coolant problem and an overheating engine. While unlikely to ever occur, this kind of issue can rapidly grow out of control and cause permanent damage. If the engine temperature gauge ever shoots up, or you notice other signs of overheating (such as plummeting power, burning smells, ticking sounds, or white vapor), pull over at once to allow the engine to cool down. Puddles of brightly colored liquid under your car would indicate a coolant leak. And clogged, rusting, or dented radiator fins might mean you need a new radiator. The check engine light will also appear as soon as a problem arises. We Can Help With Your Chevy Cooling System Maintenance Allow us to take the pressure off your hands by scheduling and reminding you of all vital cooling system services. Our experienced technicians specialize in keeping Chevy engines purring along powerfully for their maximum lifespans. Visit Coughlin Chevrolet of Pataskala in Pataskala, OH, today for comprehensive vehicle maintenance.

Easy shifting in your Chevy is partly due to the sophisticated transmissions that Chevy produces, but also due to the transmission fluid in your vehicle itself. Transmissions have hundreds of parts that have to work together under pressure, and transmission fluid provides the kind of lubrication it needs. Chevy transmission fluid maintenance is an important part of keeping your Chevy running reliably. Chevy Transmission Fluid Maintenance A transmission is made up of gears that transmit the power of generated by your combustion engine to the axles that your tires sit on. Fluid keeps the gears and other moving parts within this mechanism lubricated and free of friction. If you didn't have fluid, the transmission would get very hot, very fast, and your gearbox would quickly burn out. more What It does Transmission fluid creates intense hydraulic pressure, and that helps maintain just the right amount of friction for the various parts of the system. But for the fluid to create this pressure perfectly, it has to be just the right level. Too much or too little, and you run the risk of getting air into the system and hydraulic pressure would drop. If that happens, your valves, actuators, solenoids, the torque converter and the clutch won't engage correctly. Another key role of the transmission fluid is temperature control. As mentioned above, your transmission could easily burn out if it were allowed to run without lubrication, and like the engine, your transmission is always at risk of overheating during use. Transmission fluid minimizes the amount of friction and heat and also has some anti-corrosive properties that protect the parts of the transmission from degrading. This means that, even if your transmission fluid is just a bit low, you could see your temperatures rise gradually. As that happens, the fluid you have left begins burning off even more quickly. Warning Signs That You Need Transmission Service Now that you understand how important this fluid is, the early warning signs of trouble should start to make sense. One of the simplest things to look for is a leak. Transmission fluid is usually dyed bright red so that it's easy to distinguish from the other fluids in your vehicle, though if you have a CVT, it might be green. If you notice a fluid leak, take it to your dealership right away. Another warning sign to look out for is hearing the gears grind against each other or any strange whining sounds when you're shifting gears. This may also become accompanied by shifting delays or loud engine revving or some vibrations. Eventually, if the fluid is really low, you might start having trouble switching gears at all. Come see us at Coughlin Chevrolet of Pataskala, OH today for help with your transmission or any other maintenance issue for your Chevy.